Macaroni and Cheese 45 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 42.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 18.8 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 51, for Macaroni and Cheese 45, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 38% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.34 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 58 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 6.1 mg | 10.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 4.4 IU | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 45.1 mcg | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 32.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.34 mcg | 5.7% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.34 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 133.8 mg | 13.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.68 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 19.5 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 129.7 mg | 13% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 186.7 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 179.8 mg | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.68 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.34 mg | 17.1% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 11.6 mcg | 16.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.96 g | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0.7 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.7 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.3 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 6.4 g | 12.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.5 g | 11.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23.2% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 441 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.1 g 34%
Saturated Fat 13.6 g 68%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 66.2 mg 22.1%
Sodium 526.8 mg 22%
Total Carbohydrates 42.1 g 14%
Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%
Sugars 4.5 g
Protein 18.8 g 37.6%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 39.2% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 262
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 34.3 g | Fat 9.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 333
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 37.7 g | Fat 14.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 260
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 33.8 g | Fat 9.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 129
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 18.2 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 87
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 13.7 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 319
Protein 10 g | Carbs 26.6 g | Fat 19.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 268
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 22.2 g | Fat 12.5 g